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Snow in Saudi Arabia? Asian Winter Games’ next hosts ‘watch and learn’ in China

Hosts for 2029 yet to elaborate on how they plan to stage a winter event at a site where temperatures have not dipped below zero this year Saudi Arabia made their debut at the Asian Winter Games in China this week and will controversially host the next edition in a move derided as "awful" by one Olympic skier and denounced by environmental groups. ...


Hong Kong triathlete Brown suffers injury setback as city stars begin National Games push

Bailee Brown set for third surgery on finger she injured after falling during training run in December, Jason Ng poised for Malaysia return Bailee Brown has suffered a setback in her recovery from a serious finger injury that means she will miss this month's season-opening Asia Triathlon Cup race in Malaysia. Hong Kong's leading female triathlete, ...


Chelsea thrashed by Brighton, scoreless rugby clash, Iga Swiatek swatted aside in Qatar

Seagulls beat Blues for second time in a week, as tennis' World No 2 suffers heaviest defeat since 2023 Chelsea's poor recent form continued as they were beaten 3-0 at Brighton to suffer their second defeat of the week to the Seagulls. Kaoru Mitoma opened the scoring on 27 minutes with a superb goal before Yankuba Minteh's double confirmed the resu...


Soccer-Shamrock's Noonan becomes youngest European club scorer in Conference League win

MOLDE, Norway (Reuters) - Shamrock Rovers' Michael Noonan became the youngest goalscorer in European club competition history after he earned his side a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Conference League knockout round playoff at Norway's Molde on Thursday. Noonan, aged 16 years and 197 days, scored the winner off a Dylan Watts cross in the 57th minute as the visitors capitalised on their man


Soccer-Man City newcomer Marmoush nets hat-trick in 4-0 thrashing of Newcastle

By Lori Ewing MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester City's new signing Omar Marmoush bagged a hat-trick in 13 first-half minutes in a 4-0 rout of Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday, making an emphatic statement after arriving at the club last month. James McAtee added a late strike for Pep Guardiola's side who climbed to fourth place in the standings on 44 points with their


Arne Slot's Liverpool call goes unheard as Virgil van Dijk issues new vow

Liverpool were caught up in the chaos at Everton as they conceded a late equaliser before a plethora of post-match incidents on a night where they showed a fragility that hasn't been there for much of the season so far under Arne Slot


Soccer-Atalanta struggle in goalless draw against Cagliari

BERGAMO, Italy (Reuters) - Atalanta were held to a 0-0 home draw by mid-table Cagliari in a dull Serie A clash on Saturday. Gian Piero Gasperini's side recorded two shots on target as they struggled to find a way past a tight Cagliari defence, with the visitors rarely leaving their own half. Atalanta thought they took the lead on the hour mark when midfielder Marco Brescianini bundled the ball


LPGA to penalize players with fines, strokes under new pace of play policy

The Ladies Professional Golf Association is implementing a policy to regulate the pace of play, putting it into effect this spring. The policy lowers the timing threshold for stoke penalties, among the changes. It will apply to both the LPGA and the Epson Tour. "The LPGA conducted a thorough review of the current pace of play policy to evaluate and address an issue that has been a source of


Liverpool seek to keep injury-hit Arsenal at bay

Liverpool remain overwhelming Premier League title favourites but Arsenal have renewed hope going into this weekend after Everton held the long-time leaders in midweek. Liverpool seek calm after Everton frenzy Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice promised this week that "big things are coming" before Liverpool dropped two points at Goodison Park.


ONE Friday Fights 97 Results: Kongsuk Bests Lamnamoonlek After Nail-Biter, Vera And Vero Put On Show-Stopper

Catch up on all the results from Lumpinee this week!


Report: PIF’s LIV Golf investment nearing $5B as losses mount

The Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund is nearing $5 billion in total investment in LIV Golf, according to financial documents reviewed by the Money in Sport newsletter on Thursday. Saudi Arabia has invested in global sports, most notably men's golf but also soccer, tennis and auto racing, with critics accusing the deep-pocketed kingdom of "sportswashing" its poor human rights record. Financial


Looking back at Pat Mahomes Sr.'s MLB career

Chiefs quarterback's father pitched 308 MLB games in 11 seasons.


Hamilton Accies' new skipper 'bit my hand off for armband', says boss as he insists 'no fractions' in dressing room

Sean McGinty has replaced Scott Martin after his controversial exit last week


Soccer-Ten-man Real Madrid held by Osasuna after Bellingham sees red

PAMPLONA, Spain - Real Madrid squandered the chance to cement their lead at the top of LaLiga when they were held to a 1-1 draw at Osasuna on Saturday after playing most of the game with 10 men. Kylian Mbappe put Real ahead in the 50th minute, finishing from close range following a counter attack by Federico Valverde, before Jude Bellingham was handed his marching orders following an argument


Guido Della Rovere channels his inner “chill guy” when trotting out for Bayern Munich

Composure, lads. Composure.


Mark Newnham eager to see Mid Winter Wind back up sensational Hong Kong debut

Australian handler says South African import must back up sizzling first-up triumph to warrant Classic Cup start He set tongues wagging with an extraordinary Hong Kong debut, but Mid Winter Wind needs to back that up at Sha Tin on Sunday to convince Mark Newnham he is worthy of a Classic Cup (1,800m) start. A four-time winner in South Africa up to ...


Kitchee forward targeting European move, Uzbekistan call, but praises Hong Kong league

Sherzod Temirov spearheading Kitchee's Premier League title quest after being restored to centre-forward role The revitalised Kitchee striker Sherzod Temirov said he would be on the first plane out of Hong Kong if he received an offer from a European club. After being restored to his favourite centre-forward position, Temirov scored in the recent v...


32 most drug-tested swimmers globally in 2024 were all Chinese, data reveals

Updated figures for last year continue the pattern before the Paris Olympics, when China's swimmers were targeted for extra testing Data released this month by World Aquatics has confirmed the extent to which China's swimmers were subject to anti-doping measures last year, with the top 32 most tested athletes all being Chinese. The full figures for...


Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl parade: See the celebration for fans, players

Eagles fans and players celebrate their Super Bowl LIX win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Philadelphia on Friday.


Soccer-Fenerbahce outclass Anderlecht in playoff first leg

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's Fenerbahce beat Belgian side Anderlecht 3-0 in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff on Thursday as Ajax Amsterdam and Real Sociedad also secured victories. Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, took an early lead through a close-range header from forward Dusan Tadic, Edin Dzeko doubled the advantage and Youssef En-Nesyri sealed the win with a


‘I Don’t Fight For Myself, But For My Child’ – Ritu Phogat Motivated By Motherhood Ahead Of Long-Awaited Return At ONE 171

The Indian superstar and new mom will be back in action on February 20 at Lusail Sports Arena.


Livingston boss praises energy levels of side after hat-trick of major wins in league and cups

The gaffer has pride in his Lions as the sink league rivals, reach a cup final and progress to the Scottish Cup last eight


Soccer-Everton midfielder Ndiaye out with knee injury

(Reuters) - Everton's attacking midfielder Iliman Ndiaye will be sidelined for at least a few weeks after sustaining a medial ligament injury, manager David Moyes said on Friday. The 24-year-old Senegal international limped off in tears after picking up the injury during the first half of the Merseyside derby against Premier League leaders Liverpool, which ended in a 2-2 draw at Goodison Park on


ONE Friday Fights 97 – Results And Video Highlights For Every Fight

Keep tabs on the action at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok beginning at 7:30 a.m. ET/4:30 a.m. PT.


'I walked to school with Peter Crouch – we sent Valentine's Day cards but he never got one'

NBC Sports presenter Rebecca Lowe, who also hosts the 'It's Called Soccer!' podcast, grew up with ex-England striker Peter Crouch, and has shared an awkward Valentine's Day story from their childhood


Soccer-Makeshift striker Merino bags brace as Arsenal beat Leicester

LEICESTER, England (Reuters) -Midfielder Mikel Merino scored two late goals to keep Arsenal's Premier League title hopes alive with a 2-0 victory at Leicester City on Saturday, after the Spaniard was thrust into a makeshift centre-forward role by his club’s injury crisis up front. Arsenal move to 53 points from their 25 matches, four behind leaders Liverpool having played a game more, while


‘I’ll Take Down Haggerty’ – Chinese Superstar Wei Rui Plans To Begin Kickboxing World Title Reign At ONE 171

"Demon Blade" aims to make it 22 wins in a row and claim the bantamweight kickboxing belt on February 20.


‘I Was Born For This’ – Jake Peacock Promises To Put On A Show Against Shinji Suzuki At ONE 171: Qatar

The Canadian-British sensation will return for a Muay Thai showdown on February 20 at Lusail Sports Arena.


No women among world's top 100 highest-paid athletes

Zero women cracked the list of the world's 100 highest-paid athletes released on Wednesday by Sportico. U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff was the top-earning female athlete in 2024 with $30.4 million, but that was more than $7 million short of the minimum $37.5 million cutoff to make the top 100. Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo sits atop the global rankings for the second straight year with $260 million


Soccer-Forest suffer top-four blow as Bassey seals Fulham victory

LONDON (Reuters) - Fulham put a dent in Nottingham Forest's Premier League top-four aspirations as defender Calvin Bassey's first goal of the season sealed a 2-1 home victory for the London club on Saturday. Bassey's well-directed header in the 62nd minute left Forest empty-handed despite Chris Wood scoring his 18th league goal of the season for the visitors. Emile Smith-Rowe headed in Adama


Motherwell's new manager could become clear next week, as Frail will take charge for Ross County clash

The Steelmen host Ross County on Saturday, with Frail still the man at the helm


Brenton Avdulla picks up several rides from the injured Zac Purton for Sunday’s Sha Tin meeting

Magnifique and Spirit Of Peace among strong chances Australian rider gains from champion jockey Brenton Avdulla hopes to make the most of several golden opportunities at Sha Tin on Sunday, with the Australian picking up multiple strong rides from the injured Zac Purton. With Purton, Vincent Ho Chak-yiu, Angus Chung Yik-lai and Keith Yeung Ming-lun ...


Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 Chelsea, FA Cup: Tactical Analysis

Eliminated and looking disintegrated


‘I’m Not Done’ – Kevin Belingon Eager To Prove Himself Against Longtime Rival Bibiano Fernandes At ONE 171: Qatar

The former ONE World Champions will conclude their historic rivalry on February 20 at Lusail Sports Arena.


Luca Brecel answers Stephen Hendry's comments made after Mark Selby victory

Luca Brecel has endured a tough time since winning the 2023 World Championship, but the Belgian Bullet is going in the right direction following criticism from Stephen Hendry


Moment has arrived for Barca’s superstars to make their mark

The players are well rested and need to capitalize on the momentum to bring the Blaugrana back to the top of the table


Thursday’s Everton News: A Derby for the ages, Weir linked

Recapping all the Everton news from yesterday


Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 25: buy Villa, Liverpool players, triple up on Mohamed Salah

But do not be too quick to get on the bandwagon to sell players from Newcastle United, despite their having a blank week coming up A fiery Merseyside Derby under the lights at Goodison Park finished 2-2 on Wednesday to end Fantasy Premier League's Gameweek 24, which started 12 days ago. Gameweek 24 was the first Double Gameweek of the season and sa...


Liverpool and Everton issued FA charges after mass brawl, red cards and post-match chaos

The FA have confirmed their charges for Liverpool and Everton in the aftermath of Wednesday's chaotic Premier League clash at Goodison Park, which saw a brawl, four red cards and a pitch invasion


‘Want To Show I Have Answers’ – Joshua Pacio Has A Point To Prove In World Title Trilogy Fight With Jarrod Brooks

An undisputed ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion will emerge at ONE 171: Qatar on February 20.


Four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers leaves New York Jets, indoor mile record smashed in France

NFL and athletics dominated Thursday night's sporting news, but there was also action in European competitions The New York Jets have informed Aaron Rodgers that they are moving on from the star quarterback after two seasons, the NFL team said in a statement. "Last week we met with Aaron and shared that our intention was to move in a different dire...


Five things to look out for - Manchester City vs Newcastle United

City host Toon in important Premier League fixture


Soccer-Roma held at Porto, Galatasaray thrashed 4-1 at Alkmaar

PORTO, Portugal (Reuters) -Francisco Moura's second-half strike earned hosts Porto a 1-1 draw against 10-man AS Roma in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff on Thursday as Turkish champions Galatasaray lost 4-1 at AZ Alkmaar. Zeki Celik put Roma ahead in the dying seconds of the first half when he tapped in a loose ball in the six yard box before Moura equalised when his


Soccer-Fenerbahce outclass Anderlecht, Ajax and Sociedad earn first-leg leads

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's Fenerbahce beat Belgian side Anderlecht 3-0 in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff on Thursday as Ajax Amsterdam and Real Sociedad also secured victories. Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, took an early lead through a close-range header from forward Dusan Tadic following a corner. The hosts survived a scare when the referee consulted VAR


Mexican flavour at LIV's Adelaide stop as Rahm lurks

Mexican pair Abraham Ancer and Carlos Ortiz joined Sam Horsfield in a three-way share of the lead at LIV Golf's Adelaide stop on Saturday, with major champion Jon Rahm lurking four shots off the pace. Former US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau and Niemann went to the turn in the lead.


Three things we learned - Manchester City 2-3 Real Madrid

City conceded twice late on again to see lead slip


F1 reserve drivers: All the back-up drivers for 2025

The regular F1 drivers are household names, but the test and reserve drivers play an important role behind the scenes. Here’s everything you need to know about each team’s back-ups


Crystal Palace 0-1 Everton: Live | Beto puts Blues ahead, halftime

The Blues are away at the Eagles hoping to keep their recent form going


Soccer-Mitoma shines as Brighton beat shot-shy Chelsea 3-0

BRIGHTON, England -A brilliant goal by Brighton & Hove Albion's Kaoru Mitoma and a Yankuba Minteh double gave the Seagulls a 3-0 Premier League home win over Chelsea on Friday, a week after they knocked their London visitors out of the FA Cup. Missing strikers Nicolas Jackson and Marc Guiu through injury, Chelsea dominated possession but did not manage a single shot on target as they slumped to


A Beautiful End To My Goodison Curse

My Derby farewell to The Grand Old Lady, 4 attempts and 40,000kms later